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Out of HoursIf you require a doctor after 6pm, at weekends or on public holidays when the surgery is closed, please telephone the usual number (0845 – 337 – 6310). Your call will then be redirected to NHS 24

Test ResultsThe Practice has scheduled time (2pm – 4pm) each weekday for patients wishing to enquire about Test Results. Please select the appropriate option when telephoning the practice.

Cancelling your AppointmentIf you are unable to attend an appointment with one of the doctors or nurses, please telephone or use the link at the bottom of this page to cancel your appointment.

They also have specialist training in order to run chronic disease management clinics for patients with Diabetes, Asthma, COPD, Heart Disease or CKD. The Practice Nurses will also act as a chaperone for patients who request this, and also assist the doctors during minor surgery procedures.

Health Care Assistant

The Practice has a Health Care Assistant who takes most of the blood samples for laboratory testing. She also carries out the Hypertension clinic, routine blood pressure checks, urinalysis and updates patient records regarding lifestyle information such as smoking and alcohol and ECGs.

The Phlebotomy clinic is held every weekday morning, by appointment only.

Coils and Implants

The Practice offers specific appointment slots for both implant and coil fittings. If you wish this service, please book aphone appointmentto discuss this, withDr Simpson for implantandDr Cassidy for coils( both IUCD and IUS).

It would be helpful if you view the information available at the below website in advance of your telephone appointment.

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Physiotherapy can help you to aid recovery after injury or illness. Physiotherapists treat muscle and joint sprains and strains, as well as neck, shoulder and back pain. They use a variety of techniques which can help you return to your normal activities both at home and at work. As part of your treatment the Physiotherapist will offer advice and exercise programmes to help prevent the problem recurring, and the Physiotherapist will liaise closely with your doctor.

Physiotherapy clinics are held at the Practice on Mondays and Wednesdays

Did you know that you can come to see a Physiotherapist WITHOUT having to SEE YOUR DOCTOR?

There is a project running within Central Aberdeenshire allowing you to contact a Physiotherapist directly without going to see your doctor first.

If any of the statements below apply to you:

You have symptoms that are not improving

You are having difficulty carrying out your normal daily activities

Your sleep is being disturbed by pain or discomfort

Call the Physiotherapy department for advice, information and assessment of muscle and joint problems:

0800 917 9390 Monday to Friday 9am - 6pm

MIDWIFERY

01464 - 821532

During your pregnancy you will be looked after by the Community Midwifery team.

When you discover you are pregnant you should contact the midwives team for your first point of contact. You will be given an appointment for 10 weeks - your first Antenatel appointment - and asked to pick up a 'Booking Pack' from the Health Centre.

At this week 10 appointment you will have a routine health check by the Midwife and a plan for your antenatal care will be discussed. Blood tests will also be carried out.

The Community Midwifery Service also provides groups & clinics as well as Intrapartum and Postnatal care.

Your midwife can be contacted every day on 01464 - 821532 between 08:30am and 5:00p.m.

If you need to speak to a midwife outside these hours phone the unit with whom you are booked for delivery.